Minor Leaguer Hits a Bird with a Pitch

Shades of Randy Johnson.

Benjamin Barker, @BenDBarker

Sunday, July 6, 2014 8:37 PM

In an unfortunate series of events, West Michigan Whitecaps pitcher Jon Maciel accidentally struck a bird with a pitch. Maciel's delivery crossed the plate at the exact same time as the bird was flying by.

The scene was reminiscent of Randy Johnson's accidental bird explosion.

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